David O'Kane

Godstone
Surrey
RH9

07376 057678

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About me

This is a single person practice that builds upon the life experiences of the Coach, Mentor and Counsellor. I am a qualified Adult Teacher, Mentor, Coach and Counsellor as well as an Autism Champion and I specialise in Learning Disabilities as well as Autism. Families who have either adults or children who are on the Autistic Spectrum find few Counsellors who understand both Counselling and Autism. Through personal and professional experiences as well as qualifications I am able to support families who are struggling with A.S.C and its impact on the family. I am committed to putting the person in the centre of the therapeutic relationship by forming a positive professional relationship with them. Together finding solutions to overcome day to day concerns, acting as an enabler to non judgmentally support progression. Originally from  a public services back ground I am committed to supporting my former colleagues to stay well and enjoy a balanced life.

Training, qualifications & experience

BSc (Hons), BA (Hons) in Counselling, P.G.C.E (P.C.E.T), PD Dip Ed (SEN), PG Dip TALD, AMIoC, MNCS (Accred)

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

NCS

Accredited register membership

National Counselling Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

        Fees

        £80 Initial Assessment up to 90 minutes

        £45 per 50 minutes session

        Concessions for P.I.P/D.L.A and Public Services as agreed with proof.

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        Maps & Directions

        Godstone, RH9

        Type of session

        Online counselling: No
        Telephone counselling: No
        Face to face counselling: Yes

        Practical details

        Sign language: Unspecified
        Other languages: Spanish

        Accessibility

        Wheelchair access: Yes

        Availability

        I am able to offer, and prefer, weekend appointments, as well as some evening appointments.

        Types of client

        Adults
        Older adults
        Organisations